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Job Search Applications & Keyword Tips: Virtual Full Circle Career Workshop
Thu, February 27, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Business Resource and Innovation Center
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Parkway Central Library
Good session for job seekers new to computers! Pick up some great suggestions on how best to apply for jobs. Learn some helpful tips on completing job applications, and using keywords and phrases to grab the hiring manager’s attention. You’ll also be introduced to Applicant Tracking…
Social Services at the Library with a Social Worker
Thu, February 27, 2025
2:00 P.M.
McPherson Square Library
Stop by for Open Office Hours 2pm-5pm Wed. with a Social Worker where you can receive help finding, navigating, and connecting to relevant community and government agencies. If you have questions, you can email socialservices@freelibrary.org. Social Workers are also available…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Thu, February 27, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Walnut Street West Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library volunteer Judy. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Thu, February 27, 2025
2:00 P.M.
Independence Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library volunteer Stan. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
English Classes for Adults
Thu, February 27, 2025
2:30 P.M.
Greater Olney Library
No registration necessary. Classes are provided by the Indochinese American Council . Klas Angle Gratis Chak vandredi a 2:30 pm Pa gen enskripsyon obligatwa. Klas ki ofri pa Indochinese American Council. Clases de Ingles Gratis Todos los viernes a las 14:30 No es necesario registrarse.…
Cookin’ Black Legacy Pop-Up
Thu, February 27, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Lillian Marrero Library
Incredible foods and writings from the African diaspora — rooted in the nourishing legacy that continues to propel us towards liberation. Featuring recipes and excerpts from books like “In Bibi’s Kitchen” and “How Long Til Black Future Month.” Register…
Spanish Conversation Group - High Intermediate/Advanced
Thu, February 27, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Zoom
Thursdays 3:00 - 4:30 pm (January 16 - March 20, 2025) / Jueves 3-4:30 pm (16 de enero - 20 de marzo de 2025) Desarrolle su confianza para hablar español mientras conoce a otros adultos en un entorno de aprendizaje informal. Para hablantes intermedios/avanzados. Este grupo…
Nature Book Club
Thu, February 27, 2025
3:00 P.M.
Andorra Library
Join us for a monthly book discussion. This month we will be talking about Mend by Kate Sekules. A limited number of copies will be available at the library; please call before picking up your copy. Tea will be provided. We will be meeting at the Wissahickon Environmental Center…
Yoga for Adults
Thu, February 27, 2025
3:30 P.M.
Whitman Library
Free yoga every Thursday at Whitman Library, with instructors Janet Faulls and Anne-Marie Mulgrew! This class is for all levels of practice and beginners are welcome. Bring your own mat or use one of ours. Cleaning wipes for mats are also available. This weekly class is sponsored by The Friends…
Honoring Anna Russell Jones: Black Women in World War II
Thu, February 27, 2025
4:00 P.M.
Overbrook Park Library
Anna Russell Jones was a Black women artist and designer; first Black Women to attend Moore College of Art and the first Black Women from Philadelphia to join the Women's Amy in World War II. In this hands-on history program, we will learn about Anna Russell Jones' time serving in World…
Sew What?! Evening Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, February 27, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement
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Parkway Central Library
Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Thursdays from 5:00-7:30 in the Heim…
Sew What?! Evening Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, February 27, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Art Department
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Parkway Central Library
Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Thursdays from 5:00-7:30 in the Heim…
Sew What?! Evening Sewcial-Needle Crafts
Thu, February 27, 2025
5:00 P.M.
Science and Wellness
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Parkway Central Library
Sew What?! Is a clever and creative get together for crafters who do crochet, knitting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, felting, and more. Want to share what you're making with other fabric crafters? Join us to collaborate and learn. In-person, Thursdays from 5:00-7:30 in the Heim…
English Conversation Group - Intermediate+
Fri, February 28, 2025
10:30 A.M.
Charles L. Durham Library
Build your confidence in speaking English while meeting other adults in a casual learning environment. No registration is required. This group is for intermediate/advanced English speakers and is led by Free Library volunteer Nicole. Questions? Email adultlearning@freelibrary.org or call…
Rare Books Roadshow
Fri, February 28, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Theatre Collection
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
Rare Books Roadshow
Fri, February 28, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Rare Book Department
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
Rare Books Roadshow
Fri, February 28, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Children's Literature Research Collection
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Parkway Central Library
While construction continues on Parkway Central Library's third floor, join staff from the Rare Book Department , Theatre Collection , and Children's Literature Research Collection for a daily pop-up event highlighting select materials. This pop-up event will take place…
One on One Basic Computer Help Appointments
Fri, February 28, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Northeast Regional Library
Would you like to use the computer but need help? Help is usually available from 11-2 by appointment, unless there is an early holiday closing. Call the Magazines & Newspapers Department to schedule your Friday appointment at 215-685-0525.
PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance
Fri, February 28, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Lovett Memorial Library
Meet with a Community Workforce Connector from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for one-on-one job search assistance. Get individualized support with résumé development, career counseling, and professional development workshops. Call 1-833-750-5627 to learn more! PA CareerLink®…
If Shakespeare Didn’t Write These Plays Who Did?
Fri, February 28, 2025
11:00 A.M.
Senior Services
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Parkway Central Library
William Shakespeare never attended a great University. He was a son of the provinces who presumably, never set foot in London until he was an adult. His father was a businessman and minor public official, who never spent a dime on his son’s education. For centuries, these facts have…